We hear a lot about community today in both society and the church. What the world promotes is a watered-down contrast to the teachings of Jesus. As Christian leaders, our goal is to develop in our ministry settings an uncommon-unity, based on the Word of God and prayerful pursuit of genuine Christian community.

What Jesus developed with his disciples is embodied in the truest sense of the word community. ...

Topics:	Christian life, Community, Evangelism, Fellowship, Missions, Spiritual friendship, Unity
Filters:	Counseling, Discipleship, Pastor, Shepherd, Singles ministry, Small group leader, Small groups
Purpose:	Evangelism
References:	Matthew 10:24-27, Luke 9:1-5
Date Added:	July 11, 2007

Jesus now called the Twelve and gave them authority and power to deal with all the demons and cure diseases. He commissioned them to preach the news of God's kingdom and heal the sick. He said, "Don't load yourselves up with equipment. Keep it simple; you are the equipment." The Message
Luke 9:1-3,

When I was nine, the most adventurous place I knew was my grandparents' cow barn. My cousins and I played ...

Topics:	Evangelism, Outreach, Prayer, Reflection, Relationships, Service, Spiritual growth
Filters:	Christian education, Evangelism, Outreach, Service, Shepherd, Spiritual director, Sunday school
Purpose:	Ministry
References:	Luke 9:1-3
Date Added:	February 01, 2003